Argentina lone CONMEBOL survivor advances to World Cup quarter‑finals

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Argentina is the only remaining CONMEBOL team in the 2026 World Cup after the round of 16, reaching the quarter‑finals in Kansas City. Coach Lionel Scaloni said the squad "carries the responsibility of those before us" and highlighted the weight of the continent’s expectations as the Albiceleste prepares to face Switzerland.

Colombia’s elimination in the round of 16 ended any possibility of a South American showdown with Argentina. A missed penalty by Luis Díaz left Colombia out of the knockout stage, thwarting what many fans had hoped would be a high‑profile match between the two nations, especially after their recent Copa América final.

The outcomes leave Argentina shouldering the hopes of South America while Colombia reflects on a lost opportunity to contest a historic regional duel.

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Argentina, el único país sobreviviente de la conmebol en la copa del mundo [diariodelcauca.com.co]

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Colombia perdió la gran oportunidad de jugar contra Argentina en un mundial - HSB NOTICIAS [www.hsbnoticias.com]

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